Walkie Talkie Overview
A Walkie Talkie is a handheld two-way radio transceiver first developed by Motorola Company. It was used by the military and now also commercially for communication purposes.
Working Principle
A Walkie Talkie works with the help of an antenna transmitter which emits radio wave signals by pressing the ‘push-to-talk’ button. The encoded frequency station is then picked up by the receiver, making communication possible.
Use
The Walkie Talkies are used for public safety, by the military, recreational purposes. Walkie Talkies for kids are also available. They were adapted into the commercial stream by companies like Yaesu, Icom and Kenwood.
Features
Range
Conventional Walkie Talkies didn’t have a big communication radius; 2-mile coverage at maximum. But now the range has significantly improved. A 2 and 8- watt radio can easily cover up to 8 and 30 miles respectively.
Evolution
Walkie Talkies also come in Smartphone technology. Many phones like walkie talkie operations has been developed e.g. goTenna and Fantom Dynamics, etc. Furthermore, mobile apps are also available that mimic the Walkie Talkie function. This means you can now have the push-to-talk function on your smartphone.
Walkie Talkie or phone?
But why use a Walkie Talkie when you can just use your phone? A Walkie Talkie works even in places which do not support mobile phone networks. It makes communication easier and possible. Also it saves you the normal call charges.
Add-ons
Newer models of Walkie Talkie come with rechargeable batteries, audio jacks for ear-piece or microphone. Also they allow wireless connection via Bluetooth. Special Walkie Talkies are also designed for safe use in heavy industries. Moreover, they are made to be waterproof for use in marine operations.
Safe encryption
Professional, high operations Walkie Talkies have an end to end encryption factor. This means that the radio signal cannot be easily decoded, and safe communication is made possible. Also it has robust anti-interference with other frequencies.
LCD Screen and LED flashlight
Walkie Talkies have a bright LCD screen to help you see easily at night. Also, it has an emergency LED flashlight for your assistance. It saves you the trouble of carrying an additional flashlight at night and in poorly lit places.
Authorization
Walkie Talkie's license in Pakistan is mandatory. If you buy it for commercial use, then you need a Private Network Radio license.
Kenwood and baofeng walkie talkie price in Pakistan is reasonable. You can get it online and also from Icom Walkie talkie dealers in Pakistan.